Corridas de 5K perto de Shepherdstown

Freedom's Run ties its races to places where Civil War history is part of the ground underfoot: Harpers Ferry, Antietam, and the surrounding region. The series includes a May Harpers Ferry Half & 5K and an October Freedom's Run event, with distances ranging from a full marathon and half marathon to a 10K, 5K, and Kids Fun Run. The Harpers Ferry races run inside Harpers Ferry National Park, while the longer Freedom's Run routes connect runners with historic sites in and around the area. One runner remembered entering Antietam in cold rain, with mist rising from wet earth and the field going quiet as the group ran together. The series also links to Two Rivers Treads, a local running store with a foot-first approach to shoes and gait, and it raises money for a community grant fund supporting local health and community projects.

The Tie Dye Run takes place on a fall morning in Hagerstown, Maryland, starting at 17805 Oak Ridge Drive. Participants can choose from three distances: a 5K run/walk, a 10K run/walk, and a Family Fun Walk/Run. This setup accommodates both competitive runners aiming for a personal best and families seeking a shared activity. The family event begins earlier, with the 5K and 10K starting later in the morning after participants have checked in. The event is in its third year and benefits Compassion International, with all proceeds directed to the charity. Awards are presented to the top male and female finishers in the 5K and 10K, as well as to winners in various age groups, from youth categories up to 70 and older. Registration fees vary based on the chosen distance; the 10K is the most expensive, the family event is the least costly, and prices increase after the early registration period closes.

The New Market STRONG Run/Walk and Festival is an annual 5K in New Market, Maryland. It honors Karen Durbin, the town clerk who served the community for over 14 years before passing away after a prolonged battle with breast cancer. This 3.1-mile event accommodates both runners and walkers, with timing provided by Racine MultiSports. Families, walkers, and leashed dogs are welcome. The course follows New Market’s historic streets and adjacent neighborhoods, keeping the race centered on the town it benefits. Proceeds are directed to the Hurwitz Breast Cancer Fund, supporting the Frederick Health Hospital Cancer Center. Following the race, the event transitions into a local festival featuring live music, vendors, food and beverage trucks, family activities, and a cornhole competition.

The Run for MWS 5K is a regional race for Mowat-Wilson Syndrome held in Monocacy Village Park in Frederick, Maryland. The event offers a 5K run/walk and a shorter Fun Run, both starting at 10am, catering to runners, walkers, families, and supporters, not exclusively competitive racers. The course is set within the park, presenting a local, park-based charity race with two distance options. Every registrant receives a Run for MWS: Mid-Atlantic Regional race t-shirt, and participants are entered into prize drawings. Non-runners can participate via a support/spectator option which also includes a shirt.

O Boulder Dash rola nas estradas e no gravel batido em volta da Pinesburg Quarry, em Williamsport, Maryland, porque a própria quarry fica fechada no dia por segurança da prova. O evento anual tem três opções: o puxado 5 Mile Challenge, o mais tranquilo Family Friendly 5K e o acessível 1 Mile Fun Run. A prova de 1-mile larga às 9:30 a.m., e depois vêm o 5K e as provas de 5-mile às 10:00 a.m. Cabe bem pra vários tipos de gente, de iniciantes e famílias até quem quer encarar uma prova mais forte nesse terreno de quarry. O 5 Mile Challenge é o percurso que mais chama atenção: ele desce tanto pela parte principal quanto pela parte antiga da quarry, com subidas, gravel batido, terreno irregular e alguns trechos com pedra. O 5K fica fora dos buracos da quarry, em estradas e gravel com sobe e desce leve, enquanto a rota de 1-mile é plana e boa pra crianças ou corredores com menos experiência. A inscrição inclui camiseta, custom bib, finisher medal, fotos gratuitas e premiação pós-prova. A cronometragem por chip e os resultados ao vivo ficam por conta da Racine Timing. A premiação vai para os melhores colocados gerais masculino e feminino e para os vencedores por faixa etária no 5K e nas provas de 5-mile, com faixas etárias do 5-mile indo de 15-and-under até 80.

The Ghostly Grapes 5k & 10k is a fall trail run and walk held at Two Twisted Posts Winery & Tavern in Purcellville, Virginia. Participants select either a 5K or 10K distance, with both courses utilizing the winery's property and nearby trails by Short Hill Mountain. BISHOP'S EVENTS organizes the run, which accommodates both walkers and runners in a relaxed atmosphere. The start and finish lines are located at the winery on Harpers Ferry Road, leading participants back to post-run food, beer, music, and wine. A complimentary glass of wine is included after the run. The Ghostly Grapes theme incorporates costumes, awards, and race shirts. The event also supports a charity, and early registration provides a reduced fee.

The Berryville Turkey Trot includes a community 5K and a 1 Mile Kids Fun Run at Clarke County Parks & Recreation in Berryville, Virginia. Both races begin and end at the parks and rec building in Chet Hobert Park, a 102-acre park west of town. The 5K starts in the morning, followed by the kids’ mile, which is limited to children age 10 and under. Chip timing is provided by 5 Runners Racing, with SVR support, posted mile markers, and awards for top finishers. The 5K follows a loop course on the park fitness trail and the roadway leading into the park, with a water station on course. The kids’ run is a flat out-and-back on the trail, designed for younger runners rather than a shortened adult race. The event also includes a local food drive and brings a fire truck and ambulance on site for children to explore, giving the morning a family and parks-department atmosphere instead of a race-only setup.

The Big Cork Wine Run 5k is a spring 5k held at Big Cork Vineyards in Rohrersville, Maryland. The race begins at 9:00 AM Eastern, with participants assembling at the vineyard on Main Street in Washington County. The setting is the focus: a short road race distance centered at a working winery, distinct from a downtown start or park loop. While specific course maps, elevation profiles, field sizes, or post-race traditions are not provided, the most straightforward description is a 5k morning run hosted at Big Cork Vineyards.

The Henway Hard Cider Turkey Trot is an annual 5k and 10k race held at Henway Hard Cider in Bluemont, Virginia, located on Foggy Bottom Road. This post-Thanksgiving run takes place at a farm cidery within Great Country Farms, with the Blue Ridge Mountains visible in the distance and surrounded by Northern Virginia Wine Country. Bishop Events organizes the race, with proceeds supporting the local charity Team Virginia. The course winds around the Henway property, presenting a farm-and-cidery focused event rather than a typical city road race. The two available distances accommodate casual runners, walkers, and those seeking a 10k challenge without a significant time commitment. Post-race, participants can remain at the cidery to enjoy a glass of Henway cider with fellow runners, a tradition that defines the event.

The St. Patrick's Day Run Fest is a U.S. race series held during the mid-March St. Patrick's Day season. The runs take place within a holiday known for green attire, parades, food, drink, and Irish American festivities. It is a series of themed running events, not a single championship race, with community involvement, family activities, and charity partnerships shaping the day's focus. The race series connects to a long-standing American holiday tradition. St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the United States date back to the early colonial era. St. Augustine reports the first recorded celebration and parade. Boston and Philadelphia established early Irish societies around the day, New York's parade tradition originated with Irish soldiers, and George Washington once granted the holiday to troops in support of Irish independence.

Support Parkway Elementary School at the Parkway Panda 5K & 1K Fun Run. The course runs through Baker Park and surrounding neighborhoods. Race shirts provided for 5K and 1K participants. Awards for top finishers in many categories. In-person registration on race day starts at 7:30am.